Bucs GM Licht Eyeing Mayfield Extension

0:00It's March 31st, from breaking news to Sunday matchups. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI. Tababay Buccaneer's General Manager Jason Lycht is eyeing a long-term extension for quarterback Baker Mayfield this off-season. Despite some late-season struggles, Lycht sees Mayfield as the franchise guy moving forward, especially after bolstering the defense in free agency. Mayfield signed a three-year $100 million deal before the 2024 season and lit it up with over 40 touchdown passes that year. He started 2025 strong, looking like an MVP contender. But injuries hit, and the team won just two of their last nine games, dropping his playoff a cliff. Lycht made it clear at the NFL owners meeting in Arizona this week, calling Mayfield one of the toughest leaders on the roster, and a true pro who's never let them down. Right now, Mayfield ranks as the 16th highest-paid quarterback, way under market for his peak production. Toxca pushes annual pay north of $50 million, maybe around $53.6 million per year, according

1:04to market estimates, putting him in a league company with guys like Jared Goff and Brock Purdy. Both sides seem eager to lock it in soon, avoiding any hold-out drama. As the 2026 draft approaches, the Bucks will balance this QB move with defensive needs, the securing Mayfield keeps their core steady for the long haul.